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Are you interested in starting a truck driving career in the southern state of Mississippi? The state is home to a number of companies that hire local drivers to drive throughout the state, as well as national companies that are looking for over-the-road drivers. If you get experience driving on Mississippi's roads from a truck driving company, you may be prepared for driving on the state's many rural roads. Find out more about the job outlook in Mississippi and how you can become a truck driver.

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Mississippi Trucking Salary Information

You are a safe driver with a valid commercial driver’s license, and you want to put your skills to work in Mississippi. Learning about trucking jobs in the state can help you get started, whether you know exactly which type of job you want or you are still exploring the many options of this field. Getting settled in Mississippi may allow you to make a big contribution to the trucking industry of the southern United States.

Mississippi has many truck driving companies that want to add safe drivers to their rosters. Learn more about your options in this state by checking out our trucking jobs in Mississippi.

All you have to do is look at employment statistics in Mississippi to note that their economy is growing. An for truck drivers is expected between 2012 and 2022 in Mississippi (O*Net, 2012). Pay rates vary between companies, so you may want to compare what different companies are offering in our list below. The average salary for a tractor-trailer driver in Mississippi is (O*Net, 2014).

You may find job openings at a wide range of truck driving companies as you complete your education. Some of the most prominent employers in Mississippi are A & R Transport, C.R. England, Titan Transfer, and Roadrunner Transportation Systems.

At this point, you may be wondering if you should attend a truck driving school. It is not mandated by the state, but it is recommended by most industry professionals. A high-quality truck driving program can give you a thorough knowledge of truck driving laws and help you feel comfortable while driving in a variety of settings.

When you complete the classroom portion of your training, you can head to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety and apply for your learner's permit. The DPS may award you your learner's permit once you pass the written exam.

You can use your learner's permit to drive the vehicle of your choice—typically, a tractor-trailer for a Class A license or a straight truck for a Class B license. When you feel that you're ready for your driver's test, go back to the Department of Public Safety and take your skills exam. You can then get your commercial driver's license.

With any new career, it's important to get to know other professionals in your industry and learn from their experience. The Mississippi Trucking Association is an excellent resource for drivers throughout Mississippi. Membership services include a workers' compensation fund, an insurance agency just for truck drivers, and a safety council.

When you join this group, you may be able to attend a variety of fun and educational events. There are regular safety council meetings, annual driving championships, and an annual conference that helps you meet other drivers in your area.